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Ship under Sail

N. Artsay

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a pencil sketch of a sailing ship in the water, featuring detailed rigging and sails. The horizon is low, emphasizing the ship. The drawing also includes a rocky landscape with a castle or fort on a cliff in the distance. The background depicts mountains fading into the sky. Delicate lines define the ship and the shore. The color palette is monochromatic, using different shades of grey for contrast and detail.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving and etching
Dimensions
4231 × 2858 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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